Selena spent a long, exhausting day outside, following Mom from place to place under the hot sun. At first, she was curious and active, looking around and holding on tightly. But as time passed, her small body began to slow. Her steps became heavier, and her eyes lost their playful sparkle. Hunger quietly crept in, growing stronger with every hour.
By the time Selena returned home, her stomach felt painfully empty. She stopped walking and sat down suddenly, pressing her little hands against her belly. A sharp cry escaped her mouth, full of frustration and need. This wasn’t just a complaint—it was desperation. Being outside for so long had drained all her energy.
Selena looked up at Mom with wide, pleading eyes. She opened her mouth repeatedly, making soft hungry sounds, her lips trembling. Her body leaned forward as if asking for help without words. Hunger made her emotional, and tears welled up quickly. She cried louder, unable to wait any longer.
Mom noticed immediately and rushed to prepare food. While waiting, Selena became restless. She rocked back and forth, whining sharply, her patience completely gone. Every sound from the kitchen made her cry harder. The smell of food only increased her hunger, making the waiting feel unbearable.
Finally, the food arrived. The moment Selena saw it, her crying stopped. She grabbed eagerly, eating fast at first, afraid it might disappear. With each bite, her body relaxed. The tension melted away, and her eyes softened. Hunger no longer controlled her emotions.
After eating, Selena leaned quietly against Mom, exhausted but satisfied. The long day outside had been too much for her small body, but it ended safely. That day reminded everyone how fragile she still was. Selena didn’t cry because she was naughty. She cried because she was hungry, tired, and needed care. And once her need was met, peace returned just as quickly as the tears had come.
